Finding the time to experiment…
So as a result of the current lockdown measures here in the UK I have been afforded a rare luxury within my artwork; time. Time to experiment and play about with ideas and techniques; time to learn from life studies and master studies; time to reflect on the work I’ve been doing with the pencils and brushes.
One area that I have been really getting stuck into is alla prima painting. I’ve done some pieces as still life artworks, setting up the subjects and lighting them in the way that I desire; there is no better way to learn a subject than by studying it in real life, in person. I’ve also done some alla prima paintings using reference and photography too, a total opposite to my normal slow and steady approach of building a painting up in layers, slowly and steadily.
These paintings have allowed me to work faster, looser and in an expressionist manner.
Throughout this week I’ll be attempting a #PostADay challenge here on my blog, I’ve got a few new pieces to share, the results of my experiments and labours, some I’m happy with and others are just very sketchy however, each of them has taught me a great deal.
Here’s the first for the week –
Don’t Miss The Journey!
Be sure to follow/subscribe to my blog to stay updated and not miss a single sketch!
To be the first to see my art and works in progress, as well as behind the scenes exclusives –
If you’re interested in bagging yourself an original artwork or a fine art print then check out my Etsy Shop and treat yourself or a friend –
JGloverArt Etsy Shop – Fine Art Prints & Original Artwork/Illustration
Until next time, farewell!
JGlover
Sketches & Storytelling - Art, Illustration, and Storytelling 